Group Legal Officer

About the role

The Group Legal Officer will provide comprehensive legal support to ensure compliance across the organisation and act as the company secretary, overseeing corporate governance and statutory obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, develop, review and prepare a wide range of contracts, including service agreements, project contracts, partnership agreements, employee contracts and ICT agreements, ensuring legal soundness and risk mitigation.
• Manage contract administration, monitor compliance and coordinate renewals as required.
• Negotiate and finalize lease agreements for new premises and oversee registration processes.
• Provide high‑quality legal advice on labour law compliance, disciplinary matters and emerging employer‑employee relations issues.
• Monitor corporate governance, ensure compliance with statutory regulations, oversee directors’ appointments, file annual returns and maintain accurate minutes of meetings.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognised university.
• Registered advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practising certificate.
• Minimum of five years post‑admission legal experience, including at least three years in a corporate environment.
• Experience as a Company Secretary, liaising with regulators, lawyers and auditors.

Required skills

• Contract drafting and negotiation.
• Corporate governance and company secretarial duties.
• Labour law compliance and handling disciplinary matters.
• Lease and property agreement management.